Pack your bags, and let’s hit the road because I’m about to highlight some of the best nursing conferences in 2024 that you won’t want to miss!

From earning continuing education credits to networking with peers to going international on a freaking cruise ship, these nursing conferences offer a fun and informative experience that will leave you feeling inspired, re-energized, and ready to make waves in the communities you’re so passionate about.

So, grab your stethoscope (and probably your calendar and wallet, too), and let’s dive in! 🤪

By order of date, here are some of the most popular nursing conferences in 2024:

Association of periOperative Registered Nurses

AORN Expo 2024 offers a unique opportunity to earn up to 200 contact hours, experience a dynamic blend of education and entertainment, and forge lasting connections with colleagues. Dedicating a few days to this immersive professional development experience will unlock fresh perspectives, enhance your skills, and re-ignite your passion for perioperative nursing.

Dates: March 9-12, 2024

Location: Nashville, Tennessee

Member Cost: $580-680

Non-member Cost: $780-880

National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners

The National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners’ 45th National Conference offers more than 80 unique general and concurrent sessions, including 11 intensive workshops and two certification review courses. It is designed to enhance the practice of pediatric nurse practitioners, family nurse practitioners, and their fellow pediatric-focused advanced practice registered nurses. In addition to learning opportunities, the conference includes social events and committees, SIG, and chapter meetings where you can network with fellow child health leaders.

Dates: March 13-16, 2024

Location: Denver, Colorado

Member Cost: $540-580

Non-member Cost: $715-755

American Association of Ambulatory Care Nurses

The American Academy of Ambulatory Care Nurses’ annual nursing conference will explore new horizons in ambulatory care nursing, while attendees can network with professionals and earn up to 16 contact hours of nursing continuing professional development. The conference offers 5 comprehensive education tracks, including Care Coordination and Transition Management, Clinical, Leadership, Research, and Telehealth.

Dates: April 2-6, 2024

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Member Cost: $615-695 for conference, $150 per pre-conference session

Non-member Cost: $775-855 for conference, $180 per pre-conference session

NurseCon at Sea

NurseConatSea is an annual nursing conference that brings together nurses and healthcare professionals worldwide to learn, network, and share their knowledge and experiences. The conference takes place on a cruise ship, allowing attendees to combine their professional development with a wild travel experience. The conference covers a wide range of topics related to nursing and healthcare, including patient care, technology, leadership, and education. It offers a great opportunity for attendees to learn from industry experts, connect with peers, and enjoy a relaxing and fun-filled environment.

Dates: April 9-14, 2024

Location: Sailing from Miami, Florida to Cozumel, Mexico

Cost: $1,382-2,282

Society of Trauma Nurses

The Society of Trauma Nurses’ annual nursing conference, TraumaCon, focuses on initiatives related to prevention, education, and collaboration with other healthcare disciplines. The Society advocates for providing the highest quality trauma care, which they achieve through visionary leadership, innovation, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Critical success factors for the organization include membership retention, engagement and participation, financial viability and stability, adoption of educational activities, and succession planning.

Dates: April 10-12, 2024

Location: Orlando, Florida

Member Cost: $750-795

Non-member Cost: $875-920

Society of Pediatric Nurses

The Society of Pediatric Nurses’ annual nursing conference offers up to 24 NCPD contact hours, and attendees will learn evidence-based practices to implement in their practice setting and have the opportunity to collaborate with peers and experts in the pediatric nursing specialty. The conference also provides knowledge on best practices for enhancing patient experience and quality care, reducing costs, and promoting healthy work environments. Participants can create a professional development plan through networking and educational sessions.

Dates: April 17-19, 2024

Location: Phoenix, Arizona

Member Cost: $535-685

Non-member Cost: $660-810

American Association of Legal Nurse Consultants

The American Association of Legal Nurse Consultants’ annual forum provides legal nurse consultants of all experience levels and specialties opportunities to connect with colleagues and exhibitors, gain new knowledge, and explore trends. Attendees can earn continuing education hours and learn about best practices in life care planning, risk management, case management, occupational health, forensics, expert witnessing, worker’s compensation, school nursing, corrections, civil rights, and more.

Dates: April 18-20, 2024

Location: Pittsburgh, PA

Member Cost: $759-899 for forum, $325 for pre-forum

Non-member Cost: $1,034-1,174 for forum

Oncology Nursing Society

The ONS Congress is the largest and most comprehensive oncology nursing conference in the United States. It brings together thousands of oncology nursing professionals for five days of learning, networking, career development, and celebration of the oncology nursing profession. The conference features a comprehensive schedule of educational sessions led by experts in the field, numerous peer-to-peer learning opportunities, various industry events, and opportunities to participate in self-care activities. Attendees can learn about the latest topics in oncology nursing, cutting-edge new treatments, management strategies, and ways to improve day-to-day well-being.

Dates: April 24-28, 2024

Location: Washington, District of Columbia

Member Cost: $625-760

Non-member Cost: $920-1105

American Nursing Informatics Association

The American Nursing Informatics Association annual nursing conference features sessions that range from cybersecurity and cultural humility principles to AI bias in healthcare and data visualization. Keynote speakers and sessions will examine nursing informatics workforce trends, specialty competence, and alternative roles for informatics nurses. Attendees can also explore the basics of databases and strategies for population health informatics workshops.

Dates: May 9-11, 2024

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Member Cost: $615-715 for conference, $350 for pre-conference

Non-member Cost: $715-815 for conference, $409 for pre-conference

Asian American, Pacific Islander Nurses Association

The AAPINA Conference provides a global perspective on transforming the nursing future through advancements in healthcare technology and innovation. The conference aims to discuss technological and innovative approaches to improve health and quality of life for various populations, communities, and healthcare providers, as well as share strategies that can transform the future of healthcare and the nursing profession. The conference also promotes collaborations among nursing clinicians, educators, and researchers and fosters professional development by engaging nursing students to participate.

Dates: May 23-24, 2024

Location: Seoul, South Korea

Cost: $200-250

American Holistic Nurses Association

The American Holistic Nurses Association is hosting its 44th annual nursing conference to support its mission to promote holism in nursing practice, advocacy, research, and education. Attendees will learn about holistic, complementary, and integrative care in diverse settings such as hospitals, private practice, and universities. You’ll be apart of community building, advocacy, research and scholarship, and effective holistic healthcare.

Dates: June 3-8, 2024

Location: Rochester, Minnesota

Cost: TBD

Society of Nurse Scientists, Innovators, Entrepreneurs, and Leaders

ThInC - The Healthcare Innovation Conference is an interactive two-day conference. This nursing conference features co-design sessions, global-reaching panel sessions, patient perspectives, and more. The conference is limited to 200 attendees and offers workshop sessions that aim to empower nurses to thrive. The conference will be attended by established nursing leaders from across industries, healthcare systems, academia, entrepreneurship, and startups. It promises to be a transformative and inspiring weekend for your career.

Dates: June 7-8, 2024

Location: Boston, Massachusetts

Member Cost: $425

Non-member Cost: $500

The Association of Women’s Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses

The AWHONN Annual Convention is for women’s health, obstetric, and neonatal nurses. It provides nurses with critical information and support to deliver the highest quality care for women and newborns. Attendees can participate in workshops, educational sessions, and symposia to earn continuing nursing education contact hours. By the end of the convention, learners will be able to integrate and apply strengths needed to handle challenges in nursing education, research, practice, and leadership, utilize examples of resilience to strengthen practice and identify methods to create a nursing future of hope, innovation, technology, and strength that improves outcomes.

Dates: June 7-11, 2024

Location: Phoenix, Arizona

Member Cost: $599-699

Non-member Cost: $849-949

American Association of Critical Care Nurses

AACN’s National Teaching Institute & Critical Care Exposition (NTI) is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year and invites nurses to attend in person or virtually. With nearly 50 topics covered and opportunities for professional growth, inspiration, and connection, attendees can reshape their careers and the world of nursing. The event offers 200 sessions and over 35 continuing education opportunities on-site. Join NTI to honor the past and reimagine the future of critical and progressive care nursing education.

Dates: June 10-12, 2024

Location: Denver, Colorado

Member Cost: $595-695 for conference, $130-260 for pre-conference

Non-member Cost: $760-860 for conference, $175-350 for pre-conference

American Association of Nurse Practitioners

The American Association of Nurse Practitioners® (AANP) annual conference offers a week filled with continuing education (CE), keynote speakers, legislative and policy updates, hands-on workshops, lively exhibitors, and networking opportunities. Attendees can participate in more than 330 sessions, workshops, and skill-enhancing seminars and earn up to 34 contact hours (CH) of CE credit. The conference aims to provide expert faculty presentations of current, practical, clinically oriented, and evidence-based practice information and opportunities for advanced education through state-of-the-art, skill-enhancing workshops and the latest evidence-based research.

Dates: June 25-30, 2024

Location: Nashville, Tennessee

Cost: Unable to determine

National Black Nurses Association

The National Black Nurses Association’s annual conference is a gathering of nurses dedicated to promoting health equality and eliminating disparities in healthcare. The nursing conference features keynote speakers, educational sessions, and networking opportunities for attendees to share ideas and best practices. Participants also have the opportunity to participate in career development workshops and earn continuing education credits.

Dates: July 23-28, 2024

Location: San Francisco, California

Cost: TBD

Black Nurses Week

Black Nurse's Week annual nursing conference is a 3-day in-person event that aims to empower, educate, and inspire Black nurses in fields such as healthcare, entrepreneurship, and financial wellness. The event includes high-level education, accomplished speakers, continuing education units (CEUs), a health and wellness workshop with a celebrity coach, a Friday night social event, and more. There are different registration options, with the VIP registration costing a little extra but including additional perks such as exclusive swag bags, VIP seating, admission to events, Q&A sessions with speakers, raffles, and giveaways.

Dates: July 25-29, 2024

Location: Washington, DC

Cost: $999-1499

National Nurses in Business Association

NNBA’s Nurse Entrepreneurship and Career Alternatives Conference provides valuable business information, healthcare industry trends, mentoring, and continued education for professional growth and career development. Nationally acclaimed nurse entrepreneurs and business leaders will provide attendees with the necessary tools and resources to establish or improve their businesses. Four pre-conference workshops offer specialty knowledge, best practices, and tips for novice or seasoned business owners. The conference features interactive sessions, presentations, and networking opportunities to share innovative ideas and strategies and explore potential collaborations.

Dates: July 25-27, 2024

Location: Orlando, Florida

Member Cost: $379 for conference, $89 for pre-conference

Non-Member Cost: $479 for conference, $119 for pre-conference

National Association of Hispanic Nurses

The NAHN annual nursing conference is a gathering that celebrates the cultural achievements and professional expertise of members while also challenging attendees to expand their skill sets and knowledge bases. It is the only nursing association meeting dedicated to exploring healthcare issues affecting the Hispanic population and proposing potential solutions to transform care delivery for patients and communities.

Dates: July 31-August 3, 2024

Location: Atlanta, Georgia

Cost: TBD

Emergency Nurses Association

The Emergency Nurse Association’s annual conference attendees will learn about the latest advancements in emergency nursing and network with peers from around the world. Keynote speakers share insights on topics such as emergency nursing, trauma care, disaster response, and patient safety. Attendees also have the chance to attend workshops and hands-on training sessions to enhance their skills and knowledge.

Dates: September 4-7, 2024

Location: Las Vegas, Nevada

Cost: TBD

The Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses

The Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses’ annual convention brings together nursing professionals to share their experiences and insights. Attendees gain valuable knowledge on the latest advancements in medical-surgical nursing practices, such as patient care and safety, new surgical techniques, and the latest technological innovations. The convention also provides ample networking opportunities, allowing attendees to connect with other professionals in the field and exchange ideas.

Dates: September 12-14, 2024

Location: Toronto, Ontario

Member Cost: $575

Non-member Cost: $695

TravCon

TravCon offers many opportunities for education, networking, and celebration for travelers in the healthcare industry. With presentations from leading experts, seminars on travel taxes, and an exhibit hall full of helpful vendors, attendees can leave with new knowledge and valuable connections. Founded by travelers, TravCon is a community of caring, knowledgeable, and supportive individuals who understand the unique challenges of a traveler’s life. The conference includes up to 14 hours of continuing education, networking events, and even a legendary AfterParty at Drai’s nightclub.

Dates: September 22-25, 2024

Location: Las Vegas, Nevada

Cost: $379 + additional for specific workshops and CEs

International Society of Plastic and Aesthetic Nurses

The International Society of Plastic and Aesthetic Nurses’ annual nursing conference brings together medical professionals to discuss the latest advancements and techniques in plastic and aesthetic nursing. The conference promises to offer attendees an opportunity to learn from leading experts in the field and share their own experiences and insights.

Dates: September 25-29, 2024

Location: San Diego, California

Cost: TBD

American Psychiatric Nurses Association

The American Psychiatric Nurses Association’s annual conference is for nursing professionals dedicated to providing care to the psychiatric-mental health population. With flexible scheduling options, you can attend sessions live or via virtual livestream and access them on-demand for up to 2-3 months post-conference. By attending this conference, you’ll have the opportunity to earn up to 115+ contact hours for certification or licensure renewal while getting crucial updates from trusted colleagues.

Dates: October 9-12, 2024

Location: Louisville, Kentucky

Cost: TBD

Nursing World Conference

Nursing World Conference centered around the theme of “NURSE: Pioneering Research Strategies for Nursing Excellence” and promises to showcase diverse perspectives and advancements in the nursing field. Esteemed speakers, researchers, scientists, educators, nurses, healthcare professionals, midwives, clinicians, and industry leaders will come together to share their groundbreaking research and drive progress in nursing practice, education, and management. With three days of keynote presentations, oral sessions, poster displays, workshops, and networking events, this event offers an invaluable opportunity for all nursing professionals to gain insights into the latest trends in nursing practice worldwide.

Dates: October 17-19, 2024

Location: Baltimore, Maryland

Cost: $839-1,039

American Nurses Credentialing Center

The American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) annual nursing conference is open to nurses from any size or type of healthcare organization, including acute, pre-/post-acute, and long-term care, as well as ambulatory and independent outpatient settings. This high-energy and informative conference will allow attendees to engage and connect with nursing colleagues and administrators from Magnet-designated and Pathway-designated and applicant organizations. Participants will learn about the long-term value and return on investment of becoming a Magnet or a Pathway to Excellence organization and how to achieve either designation. The conference will recognize, honor, and celebrate nursing excellence in leadership, innovation, and best practices.

Dates: October 30-November 1, 2024

Location: New Orleans, Lousiana

Cost: TBD

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